Lead Diesel Mechanic GL Night Shift

Simmons Foods•Decatur, AR

63d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to maintain the Company fleet in accordance with established schedules and all government regulations. This role involves directing the activities of other hourly diesel mechanics, ensuring they follow company policies and perform duties as instructed. The Lead Diesel Mechanic works with the supervisor to keep them informed of shop progress and production, while also performing diesel mechanic duties themselves. Responsibilities include accomplishing tire work and light maintenance on fleet vehicles, rewiring trucks, trailers, and loaders, reading hydraulic pressure gauges, replacing components, troubleshooting, performing basic welding, and understanding refrigeration systems to find and repair freon leaks. The position also requires diagnosing and repairing various company equipment such as forklifts, trailers, and pickup trucks. The role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing development, and adherence to Simmons Operating systems principles. The position description is intended to guide activities but not limit creativity or scope.

Requirements

Must be proficient in previous level’s requirements.
Must excel in working with all components on all trucks, trailers, loaders, light duty vehicles, and farm machinery.
Must have the following tools: All tools listed in previous levels, plus all specialty tools to perform engine overhauls as well as anything else needed to work on the newer changing equipment.
Demonstrates the ability to complete work independently and in a team with limited supervision.
Must have the ability to make good decisions.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively with others and leadership team.

Nice To Haves

Certification from a Vo-tech or trade school a plus.
Preference for poultry or food processing organization.
Military experience is valued.

Responsibilities

Directs the activities of other hourly diesel mechanics.
Ensures that the mechanics are following company policies, using the time clock correctly, and performing other duties as instructed.
Works with the supervisor in order to keep him informed of the progress of the shop and production.
Performs other diesel mechanic duties.
Accomplishes tire work and light maintenance on Company fleet vehicles (Lights, mud flaps, minor wiring, hoses, belts, etc.).
Rewires trucks, trailers, loaders, etc.
Reads hydraulic pressure gauges, replace hoses, couplers & pumps as well as troubleshoot and make the necessary repairs as needed.
Performs basic welding and is able to identify all tools and parts needed for Company vehicles.
Understands suction and discharge pressures, charge units, know and understand the components of refrigeration.
Finds and repairs freon leaks.
Diagnoses and repairs any company equipment that requires service (forklifts, trailers, company pickup trucks, etc.).
Participates as a member of the Team, fostering strong cohesiveness and supporting team initiatives.
Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team to resolve issues.
Reinforces actions needed to achieve synergy within the larger organization.
Maintains familiarity with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g., quality, security, office environment, company policies) and understands the position’s role in supporting these systems.
Communicates concerns and improvement ideas regarding operating systems.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.